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VV-ECMO for Acute Respiratory Failure by Rosianne Vasconcelos is a document available to read on EtoBox.

This clinical review discusses venovenous extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (VV-ECMO) as a treatment for acute respiratory failure (ARF), highlighting its potential benefits and the advancements in technology that have made it safer and more accessible. The review covers the physiological basis, indications, contraindications, and complications associated with VV-ECMO, as well as recent controversies surrounding its use. It emphasizes the need for skilled operators and the importance of understanding the

Author

Rosianne Vasconcelos

Language

EN